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Local ORV and snowmobile advocates urge county to legalize road use; council hearing records public support

Saint Joseph County Council · November 12, 2024

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Summary

Multiple speakers during privilege of the floor asked county officials to consider ordinances allowing ORVs and snowmobiles on county roads, citing neighboring counties' ordinances, trail maintenance by local clubs and economic benefits. Council members requested follow‑up with petitioners.

At the Nov. 12 meeting several members of local off‑road vehicle and snowmobile clubs urged the council to consider changing county rules to permit ORVs and snowmobiles on county‑maintained roads.

Jake Narkowitz (Machinna Trail Riders Coalition) described maintaining the Buffalo Run snowmobile…

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